Donya Abu Sitta, a 23-yr-old Palestinian woman & English language graduate, is studying to become a neurosurgeon. Her family has been displaced 6 times amid Israel's relentless bombardment.
International Atomic Energy Agency says there's no increase in off-site radiation levels so far and it's in close contact with Iran to assess broader implications for nuclear safety.
The ban will remain in effect till Israel halts its 'actions' in Gaza. Although Maldives has had no diplomatic ties with Israel since the 1970s, travel was previously permitted.
Schools are protected under the International Humanitarian Law, the UN agency asserted while condemning these attacks. It called for an immediate ceasefire to the events in West Asia.
MEA said India has consistently called for protection of civilians & respect for humanitarian law in ongoing conflict, pointed out that India had recognised Palestine in 1980s.
Israel's response to Iran's retaliatory attack was relatively small and also downplayed by Tehran. But there are factors that could jeopardise this perceived reprieve.
Israel’s assault on Gaza has killed at least 18,205 Palestinians, wounded nearly 50,000. Palestinian Authority welcomed the resolution and urged countries to pressure Israel to comply.
Israel & Hamas agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza for at least 4 days to let in humanitarian aid & free 50 hostages by Hamas. Starting time of truce yet to be officially announced.
We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.
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